The games are coming thick and fast but that doesn't mean Premiership teams don't have other things on their mind.

No, we're not talking about mistletoe and wine, it's all about transfers with the January window almost open for business.

Neil Lennon has made no secret of his desire to add a striker for Celtic and the Hoops boss has given his clearest indication yet that his side are looking for new recruits.

Andraz Sporar and Sebastian Andersson have been linked but the Irishman is adamant that Leigh Griffiths will not go out on loan.

And what about Rangers ? Steven Gerrard and sporting director Ross Wilson are ready for a fresh start in 2020 with a host players up for grabs.

Jamie Murphy, Greg Docherty and Matt Polster will be allowed to seek opportunities elsewhere. Andy King's loan from Leicester could be coming to and end and there's a decision to be made on Glenn Middleton.

Plus Hearts, Hibs and Aberdeen will be searching high and low for new recruits.

James Maxwell pens new Rangers deal

Rangers youngster James Maxwell has signed a new deal at Ibrox until 2022.

The youngster has trained with the first team this season and impressed in the Light Blues’ UEFA Youth League games.

Head of Academy Craig Mulholland is delighted the teenager has pledged his future with the club.

Every player has their individual journey, with James joining our Academy later than others, and since that time has flourished in the high performance environment we have created.

He has had a fantastic Academy journey over the last two years – changing position, being pushed in our European Games Programme, being selected by his country for the first time and now training regularly with our first team.

James was desperate to commit his future to Rangers as he, like the other Academy players who have extended their contracts recently, recognise this is a massively exciting time for the club and there has never been a been a better time to be a young player at Rangers.

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Fabricio Bruno to Celtic latest as Cruzeiro detail rejected 'offer' and reveal date for further talks

BELO HORIZONTE, BRAZIL - NOVEMBER 10: Fabricio Bruno #25 of Cruzeiro and Patric #2 of Atletico MG battle for the ball during a match between Cruzeiro and Atletico MG as part of Brasileirao Series A 2019 at Mineirao Stadium on November 10, 2019 in Belo Horizonte, Brazil. (Photo by Pedro Vilela/Getty Images) (Image: Getty Images)

Brazilian club Cruzerio have laid out the financial details of an offer they claim to have rejected from Celtic for Fabricio Bruno, and revealed further talks will take place this week.

The centre-back has been linked with a move to Celtic Park in January and could even be available on a free as he takes legal action to be released from his contract over unpaid wages.

It’s believed that Nick Hammond has received favourable reports after having the 23-year-old watched in recent months.

Lennon talks transfers

Celtic boss Neil Lennon insists the January window could be a perfect time to bolster his squad.

It’s difficult to get the right quality in January but if you can strengthen, if you think it will make you better and have the funds, then it makes perfect sense.

And doing it in January means you get them in the building for a few months before the start of next season.

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Frimpong eyes extended Celtic stay

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Jeremie Frimpong has been a revelation since his move north.

But would the thought of a return to the Premier League and City in the future be appealing?

No, I’m at Celtic and this is where I’m staying. The fans love me and I love them so I’m staying here.

When I came here I wanted to win trophies and Celtic are the right team to do that with. I thought I’d have to wait a while. I didn’t think everything would happen this quick.

But I always knew that one day I’d prove myself. I want to keep doing it for the fans and my team-mates.

Obviously the club brought in two experienced guys at right-back so I thought I’d have to wait. But when you get your chance you have to take it.

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Defoe on deal hold-up

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Jermain Defoe has revealed he’s ready to commit his future to Rangers in January.

The 37-year-old striker has already had talks with Steven Gerrard about stretching his stay at Ibrox beyond his current loan spell.

Now he admits he wants it done as soon as his deal with Bournemouth, which ends in June, allows him to pen a pre-contract.

Gers have already extended the contract of fellow veterans Allan McGregor and Steven Davis, but Defoe - who scored his 14th of the season in Friday night’s win over Hibs - said: “I’m still on loan so my situation is different to theirs.